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Burgerstein's Handbook of Nutrition by M. Zimmermann
Micronutrients in the Prevention and Therapy of Disease
Micronutrient therapy is based on substances that are normally present in the human body, including approximately 45 essential nutrients. This text examines healthy nutrition, nutritional supplements, nutrition and ageing, and prevention and therapy with micronutrients.Prevention and treatment through balanced nutrition: Micronutrient therapy is based on substances that are normally present in the human body, and these include approximately 45 essential nutrients such as vitamins, minerals, trace elements, amino acids, and essential fatty acids. A practical color system guides you through the various parts of this manual: Healthy nutrition: The elements of balanced nutrition are presented here, and vegetarian nutrition is discussed. Nutritional supplements: The micronutrients are presented on several pages, along with their functions in the body and their therapeutic value. The effects of deficiencies on the health are presented as well. Nutrition and aging: Here the changing demands of the body from youth to old age, as well as during pregnancy and breast feeding, are discussed in detail. Prevention and therapy with micronutrients: This important section provides specific recommendations for micronutrient therapy in the presence of diseases. Practical tips are given to reduce symptoms and prevent disease. |
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| Author(s) : M. Zimmermann | Format : Hardback Book |
| ISBN-10 : 3131279516 | ISBN-13 : 9783131279514 |
| RRP : £54.00 | Best available price : £ / $ |
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Product Details:
Country Publication : Germany
Publication Date : 11/07/2001
Publisher : Thieme Publishing Group
Page Length : 270mm
Page Size : 240mm